The natriuretic peptide time-course in end-stage heart failure patients supported by left ventricular assist device implant: Focus on NT-proCNP

► Ventricular assist devices (VAD) lead to a modification of the neurohormonal profile. ► To evaluate the effects of VAD on natriuretic peptides plasma levels. ► Nt-proCNP would be useful for identifying patients more likely to recover.